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Gaylussite and Scorzalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
decomposes in water
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.93-1.993.31
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
perfect [110]
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.55.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gaylussite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite and Scorzalite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Gaylussite and Scorzalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gaylussite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gaylussite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gaylussite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gaylussite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.